Finance Manager
- Job Type: Full-time (Maternity Cover – 12 month FTC)
- Location: Carlisle, Cumbria
- Salary: Circa £36,000 - £37,000
We are looking for a Finance Manager to join a well-established organisation based across Cumbria on a maternity fixed term contract. This is a key role in supporting the Leadership team's decision-making and ensuring the financial stability.
Day to Day of the Role:
- Develop and lead on risk management policies, procedures, and systems to manage financial risks.
- Contribute to the development of financial strategy, policies, and procedures.
- Support the CFO in providing financial reports and information.
- Assist in preparing annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts.
- Quality assure financial reporting for accuracy and timeliness.
- Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and financial regulations.
- Prepare scenario budget costings and revised budgets.
- Address issues raised by external and internal audit functions.
- Meet external reporting and filing deadlines, including VAT, PAYE, NI, and Pensions.
- Maintain compliance with Data Protection/GDPR for financial information.
- Support monthly financial tasks such as bank reconciliations, postings, month-end completion, and preparation of management accounts and balance sheets.
- Identify and implement opportunities for efficiency and procurement savings.
- Undertake financial evaluations of new projects and initiatives.
- Manage correspondence and handle enquiries and complaints from external agencies and stakeholders.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in financial management.
- Strong understanding of risk management policies and financial regulations.
- Ability to contribute to financial strategy and policy development.
- Experience in preparing financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
- Knowledge of statutory financial obligations.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- A commitment to continuous professional development.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Generous annual leave package
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Pension scheme.
To apply for the Finance Manager position, please submit your CV and detail your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.